Surgical Technologist II

101 Sentara Hospitals; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

401(k) match

Paid time off

Educational assistance

Student debt payoff

Job summary

Sentara Health in Hampton, VA is hiring a Surgical Tech II for a rotating flexi shift. The role ensures the operating room is prepared with instruments and equipment, and supports the surgical team by passing instruments while maintaining a sterile field.

The technologist helps apply dressings, transfers patients to recovery, and upholds strict infection control to keep patients safe. Virginia Licensed Surgical Technologist required; CAAHEP-accredited program graduates preferred.

Qualifications

• Licensed Surgical Technologist in the state of practice.
• Graduate of a CAAHEP-accredited program for Surgical Technologist.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the operating room with the necessary instruments and equipment.
• Assist the surgical team by passing instruments and maintaining the sterile field.
• Anticipate the surgeon's needs and maintain patient safety during procedures.
• Adhere to infection control protocols to prevent contamination and ensure patient safety.

Skills

Sterile technique

Instrument handling

Operating room support

Education

Licensed Surgical Technologist (Virginia VBOM)

CAAHEP-accredited Surgical Technologist program

Job description

City/State Hampton, VA Work Shift Rotating Overview

Sentara is hiring a Surgical Tech II in Hampton, Virginia. This is a Flexi, Rotating shift opportunity. The Surgical Tech II ensures that the operating room is properly prepared with the necessary instruments and equipment and assists the surgical team throughout the procedure by passing instruments, maintaining the sterile field, and using critical thinking to anticipate the needs of the surgeon. The role involves maintaining patient safety and ensuring that the surgical environment is organized, clean, and sterile. The Surgical Technologist assists in applying dressings, securing surgical drapes and transferring patients to recovery areas. Adheres to infection control protocols and sterile techniques to prevent contamination and ensure patient safety. Works closely with the surgical team to ensure smooth and effective procedures. Serves as a role model to new employees and other staff members. Demonstrates advanced knowledge and practice of aseptic and surgical techniques. Surgical Technologist licensure required in the state of practice.

Qualifications

Trade School Graduate (Surgical Technologist) Licensed Certified Surgical Technologist - (Virginia Surgical Techs are required to be Licensed with the VBOM) 3 years of experience as a Surgical Tech is required Graduate of CAAHEP (Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs) accredited Surgical Assistant Program required. Join a team with a mission to improve health every day and a vision to be the healthcare choice of the communities we serve!

We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay range for full-time employment is $30.26 - $44.75 hourly. Additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, on-call pay, overtime, shift premiums, extra-shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Compensation within the range may vary based on qualifications, experience, location, market conditions, and business needs. Sentara offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; 401(k)/403(b) with employer match; paid time off (vacation, sick time, and holidays); paid parental and military leave; educational assistance or student loan repayment; and voluntary benefits.

Benefits

Caring For Your Family and Your Career

• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
• Emergency Backup Care
• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
• Life Insurance
• 401k/403B with Employer Match
• Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
• Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.

Sentara CarePlex Hospital, located in Hampton, VA, is a 224-bed technologically advanced, acute care facility, and Certified Primary Stroke Center. Other features include specialized services in heart and vascular, urologic care, along with advanced diagnostic and surgical capabilities, a hospitalist program, and one of the state's busiest emergency departments. We improve health every day, come be a part of the community.

Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves. In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco-free environment. For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states: Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. Sentara Health is a Virginia and Northeastern North Carolina based not-for-profit integrated healthcare provider that has been in business for over 131 years. Offering hundreds of sites of care including 12 hospitals, PACE, home health, hospice, medical groups, imaging services, therapy, outpatient surgery centers, and an 858,000 member health plan. The people of the communities that we serve have nominated Sentara “Employer of Choice” for over ten years. U.S. News and World Report has recognized Sentara as having the Best Hospitals for 15+ years. Sentara offers professional development and a continued employment philosophy!